Background Investigator (Administrative Specialist III)

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Background Investigator (Administrative Specialist III)

Salary

$55,370.00 - $102,648.00 Annually

Location

1111 SW 2nd Ave, OR

Job Type

Regular

Job Number

2019-00765

Bureau

Portland Police Bureau

Opening Date

08/12/2019

Closing Date

8/20/2019 5:52 PM Pacific

Max Number of Applicants

100

The Position


 

The Portland Police Bureau is seeking a qualified Background Investigator to join their team.

This recruitment will remain open until 100 applications have been received or until the posted closing date, Friday, August 23, 2019, whichever comes first. Applications received after the 100 application limit has been reached will not be included in this recruitment process.

Background Investigators are responsible for performing professional assignments in support of law enforcement background investigative functions.

Responsibilities include:
  • Conducting personal history; and
  • Employment and credit reviews when applicable to determine the suitability of police officer candidates and Police Bureau employees.
Duties include:
  • Conducting objective investigative interviews with applicants using an equitable lens;
  • Obtaining relevant information from previous employers and personal references;
  • Utilizing a variety of law enforcement and/or other secure systems to obtain confidential information;
  • Accessing and reviewing other public and private records as necessary;
  • Preparing fact-based written reports detailing investigative results;
  • Traveling occasionally;
  • Conducting neighborhood checks to fulfill background investigations; and
  • Occasionally participating in recruitment activities such as attending various local and/or regional job fairs and community events.

These positions also guide successful police candidates through the entire hiring process. Incumbents in this position may also be required to respond after regular working hours and on weekends. Out of town travel is required.

A background in police work or experience conducting investigations for a law enforcement agency is desirable, but not required. 

Applicants must also possess the ability to successfully pass an in-depth background investigation.
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Why join the City of Portland?
The City of Portland is committed to offering medical, dental, vision, basic life, and long-term disability coverage that provides quality care, support and value to eligible employees and their family members. Additional benefits such as flexible spending accounts, supplemental life insurance and employee assistance program coverage are available to ensure employees have the appropriate tools to safeguard themselves and their family. The City of Portland also participates in PERS, the Oregon Public Employees Retirement System. For more information on the City of Portland's benefits please click here.

To Qualify

Applicants must specifically address and demonstrate in their cover letter and resume how their education, training and/or experience, meets each of the following minimum qualifications:
  1. Knowledge of and experience as an investigator or experience as a highly skilled interviewer, working with policies, procedures, rules, directives, and applicable laws affecting law enforcement investigations and processes; 
  2. Ability to collect, evaluate, and interpret data, either in statistical or narrative form, using current technology tools or resources, and reach logical fact-based conclusions while maintaining confidentiality in accordance with all legal requirements; 
  3. Ability and experience planning and conducting interviews with candidates for employment, references, representatives of other agencies, and the general public while clearly and concisely articulating relevant information into an objective investigative report; 
  4. Ability to write grammatically correct and comprehensive reports, organize in-depth case files, communicate clearly in writing and orally, and present investigative findings in an objective manner in writing and orally to small groups; 
  5. Ability and experience in working successfully in a team environment while developing and maintaining effective working relationships with customers, other staff, union representatives, public officials, the general public, and representatives of other agencies. 
Applicants must also possess:
  • The ability to successfully pass an in-depth background investigation.

The Recruitment Process

An evaluation of each applicant's training and experience, as demonstrated in your cover letter and resume weighted 100%. Do not attach materials not requested. Only candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list. You have 14 days from the notice of the examination results to let us know if you disagree with your results. Please read the City of Portland Administrative Rule 3.01 for complete information. Additional evaluation may be required prior to establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection.  Some positions may require those placed on the eligible list to complete and sign a criminal background statement before being considered for employment.

Recruitment Timeline:

  • Position Posted:  08/12/19 - 08/23/19
  • Applications Reviewed:  week of 08/26/19
  • Selection Interview(s):  Week of 09/09/19
Please note:  All timelines are approximate and subject to change.

Additional Information

Application Instructions

Applicants must submit a professional résumé and cover letter online, specifically focused on your qualifications for this position as identified in the "To Qualify" section of this announcement in accordance with the following Application Instructions:

Your résumé and cover letter will be the basis for our evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in disqualification.

  • Your cover letter should include details describing your education, training and/or experience, and where obtained, which clearly reflects your qualifications for each of the numbered items in the "To Qualify" section of this announcement.
  • Your résumé should support the details described in your cover letter.
  • If you are requesting Veteran's Preference, as identified below, please describe in your responses to your supplemental questions and resume any transferrable skills obtained during your military service and how they relate to each of the required minimum qualifications under the "To Qualify" section above.

Applications for this position will be accepted, online, until 100 completed applications have been received, but will close no later than 11:59 PM, on August 23, 2019, whichever comes first. Do not attach materials not requested. Applications received after the 100 application limit has been reached will not be included in this recruitment process. E-mailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted.

If you are requesting Veteran's Preference, attach a copy of your DD214 / DD215 and / or Veteran's Administration letter stating your disability to your profile, as well as checking the box identifying yourself as a Veteran. You must request Veteran's Preference AND include a copy of your documentation for each recruitment you apply for.


Veteran's Preference documentation must be submitted no later than 11:59 PM on the closing date of this recruitment.

Non-citizen applicants must be authorized to work in the United States at time of application.

It is the policy of the City of Portland that no person shall be discriminated against based on race, religion, color, sex, marital status, family status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or source of income. The City values diversity and encourages everyone who is interested in employment with the City to apply. If you wish to identify yourself as an individual with a disability under the Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990 and will be requesting accommodation, the requests must be made to the Analyst(s) named below no later than the closing date of this announcement.


Questions?
Teresa Dahrens, Senior Human Resources Analyst
Bureau of Human Resources
Teresa.Dahrens@portlandoregon.gov
(503) 823-4516

An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer

A Career with the City of Portland offers many Employee Benefits
 
This summary outlines the benefit programs, actual benefts may vary depending on bargaining unit and employment status.

The City of Portland offers a comprehensive benefit package that is competitive with other private and public sector employers.  

More detailed information can be obtained by calling the Benefits & Wellness Office at 503-823-6031.
 
  • A choice of two medical/vision plans and two dental plans.
  • Coverage is available to benefits-eligible employees, their spouse/domestic partner and eligible dependent children up to age 26.
  • For full time employees, the City pays 95% of the cost of coverage, you pay 5%.
  • The part-time employees' cost is pro-rated based on the number of hours in the employee's regular work schedule.
  • We offer many on-site fitness center locations and classes, stretching,
  • discounts to local fitness clubs,
  • smoking cessation benefits,
  • chronic care coaching programs,
  • worksite wellness screenings and flu shots.
  • Basic life insurance at no cost to full time employees.
  • Levels of coverage are based on bargaining units, employment status and/or annual salaries.
    • Supplemental life insurance - employees may purchase up to $500,000 for themselves
    • up to $300,000 for their spouse or domestic partner.
    • up to $25,000 for dependent children.
    • This coverage is portable upon retirement or separation. There are some limitations on coverage level.
  • Depending on your bargaining unit, you may be eligible for Basic Long Term disability coverage which will pay up to 40% of your basic monthly earnings up to $3,333 per month.
  • The benefit is available 60 days from the onset of the approved disability, or exhaustion of sick leave, whichever is later.
  • Preexisting condition limitations do apply.
  • Employees may also purchase an additional 20% (of your basic monthly earnings up to $1,667 per month) coverage.
  • Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) provides confidential counseling services for employees and eligible dependents.
  • Effective July 1, 2013, the plan provides up to five free visits per year. 
  • Medical Expense Reimbursement Plan (MERP) allows you to make pre-tax contributions to your account to pay for eligible medical/dental/vision expenses which are not paid by your health insurance (deductibles, co-pays, etc.) 
  • Dependent Care Account Program (DCAP) allows you to pay for your eligible dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars. The maximum allowable you may contribute to this plan is $5,000. 
  • Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP)
    • The City currently pays the employee's share of the retirement contribution.
    • Employees who are OPSRP members are vested after five years of contributions or when they reach age 65 (age 60 for police and fire.) 
  • Option to contribute a portion of your earnings on a pre-tax basis to the City's Deferred Compensation Program.
Paid Leave
  • 80 hours of vacation each year initially. This accrual will increase over time. 
  • Sick leave typically accrues at the rate of 104 hours each year
  • 10 paid holidays each year
  • three personal days accrue each year
Family Medical Leave

In accordance with federal and state law, and the City policy for family medical leave, the City grants family and medical leave to eligible employees for certain family and medical related reasons.
 
  • City's TRIP Reduction Incentive Program (for transportation options)

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Where did you first learn about this job opportunity? (If on a website or job board, please specify which one)
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Do you have experience conducting in depth interviews?
  • Yes
  • No
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Have you used marijuana within the last 90 days?
  • Yes
  • No
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Are you able to travel out of state for work if needed?
  • Yes
  • No

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